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Heterogeneity Index in Neonatologist-performed Lung Ultrasound in Neonates Receiving Respiratory Support - a Pilot Study

Sponsor: Medical University of Graz

Summary

Lung ultrasound is an increasingly valuable diagnostic tool in neonatal intensive care due to its safety and accessability. This pilot study investigates whether a quantitative approach - the heterogeneity index, previously only used in fetal lung assessment - can enhance the diagnostic accuracy of neonatologist-performed lung ultrasound (NPLUS). The index will be calculated from raw ultrasound images of preterm and term neonates and compared with conventional lung ultrasound scores to evaluate its clinical relevance.

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